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Sophia Hill, who has Aspergers, photographed by Robin Hammond

A few facts about autism

There are over half a million people with autism in the UK. That’s one person in every 100. Including their families, autism touches the lives of over two million people every day.

Robert Scarlett

Autism facts and myths

Whether it’s at school, at work or in social settings, people with autism are often misunderstood.

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Michael McGuinness

Getting a diagnosis

Having a diagnosis helps people with autism to understand their difficulties and get access to support.

Max Horne

Diagnosis for adults

Why you may want a formal diagnosis, how to approach your GP, and the benefits of being diagnosed.

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Diagnosis for children

Autistic spectrum disorders can normally be diagnosed at around the age of two years.

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Video: Daniel's story

Daniel and his family talk about how cycling has helped them all to cope with autism.

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Aly Gynn

'I was diagnosed at 45'

"My name is Aly Gynn. I am 46 years old and was formally diagnosed with Asperger syndrome last year."

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